2019-05-07 P&E Agenda - Item 3 - Attachment 2 - Addendum to Sustainability Institute Concept Paper

Organisation Name          Noosa Council
Description of             Research, Advocacy, Projects, Education, Action
Sustainability Activity:
i.e. advocacy, projects,
                           Sustainability Principles
tech, ‘think tank’,
research, etc.             Council adopted a set of Sustainability Principles for the purpose of providing a common basis for increasing sustainability
                           in Noosa. These principles are embedded and guide the work of Council.
                           Noosa's Six Sustainability Principles are:
                           1. Resources are sustainably managed so that the lifestyle of the community is preserved, without compromising the ability
                              of future generations to meet their own needs (consistent with the Brundtland Commission definition of sustainability).
                           2. Noosa’s economy is prosperous, diverse and protective of its unique environment.
                           3. Noosa residents belong to a community that values its diversity, accessibility and affordability.
                           4. Noosa’s community is inclusive, connected and resilient and encourages participation and information sharing.
                           5. Noosa’s community benefits from quality places and programs that enhance wellbeing and support creative, active and
                              healthy lifestyles.
                           6. Good governance is achieved through effective and efficient decision making, made in the interests of the community.
                           A wide range of research initiatives are underway across Council including but not limited to – Coastal Hazards and Climate
                           Changes, Sustainable Fisheries, Coastal processes ( River mouth – SEMP), River Health, Emissions reduction etc
                           Sustainable Living
                           Council maintains a suite of educational information regarding sustainable practices related to; food; homes; transport; and
                           composing & worm farms. https://www.noosa.qld.gov.au/sustainable-living
                           Key Plans/Strategies/Activities: Climate Change Adaptation Plan; Zero Emissions Strategy, Environment Strategy; Noosa
                           River Fisheries research; The Nature Conservancy strategic partnership including the project to restore Noosa River’s oyster
                           reefs, SEMP, River Plan.

Governance                 Elected Body – Council. Various governance arrangements including internal project control groups and external
                           reference groups.

Funding                    General Rates. Environment Levy funds specific projects (eg. Climate Changes adaptation plan funded through
                           state government grant) Grants




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